Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of the creative vision from start to finish for each assigned video.

• Collaborate with the Snowball team to develop formats, mechanisms, and structures.

• Create and present detailed creative outlines that include intros, title cards, format beats, insights, and outros.

• Compile shot lists and establish the visual direction for filming locations.

• Participate in casting calls and ensure talent is aligned with creative needs and expectations.

• Identify props, set decorations, and on-set assets like clips, images, and music.

• Work alongside the Director of Photography (DP) to define the visual style and technical requirements for each shoot.

• Ensure that videos adhere to Snowball’s YouTube best practices concerning titles, thumbnails, hooks, value, retention, and insights.

• Conceptualize and implement creative enhancements and verify the inclusion of all necessary elements.

• Oversee all creative aspects on set.

• Develop paper-cuts and editing outlines.

• Guide editors through each cut while providing creative feedback.

• Integrate Snowball and brand-partner feedback in Frame.io within a day of receiving a cut.

• Maintain consistency across episodes, formats, and recurring series.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years directing video content with a robust storytelling portfolio (required).

• Strong preference for candidates with YouTube experience.

• Demonstrated success in developing high-performing formats and creative concepts.

• In-depth understanding of YouTube pacing, structure, retention strategies, and platform best practices.

• Experience directing educational, narrative, branded, or documentary-style long-form content.

• Proven ability to run a set and direct talent, crew, and DPs effectively.

• Proficient in post-production processes, including paper-cuts, detailed edit notes, and guidance for editors.

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments with competing client priorities and tight deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills with producers, editors, strategists, and brand stakeholders.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills in managing pre-production documents, shot lists, and asset requirements.

• A passion for YouTube and an eagerness to learn about content performance.

🏝️ Benefits

• Contract engagement with a clear path to full-time employment.

• Flexibility with a remote-hybrid work model.

• Direct mentorship from the co-founders.

• A unique opportunity to join a fast-growing company at the ground level.